Keri HIlson Talks 2nd Album

Keri Hilson recently sat with MTV and shared her inspiration for her sophmore album.

"Everywhere I travel, I get music from that region of the world. I've been to Nigeria, I've been to South Africa, three cites in Africa [in all]. I gather music from these regions, and African music is very drum-heavy. It was very inspiring. I'm definitely going to be using some of that inspiration."

Despite all the delays, the multiple singles, and what looked to be a shelved debut album (I will admit I never though it was going to come out), looking back Keri says she's "thankful." "It's kind of been a little Detox-y. I'm just a perfectionist. I have had many [release dates], but it's all for a good cause. The label wants to make sure the album has its proper release, and I'm thankful for that. Very grateful, even though fans look at it like it's a bad thing."

Keri also confirmed that Polow and Timbaland will produce most of her album though she hopes to get Kanye and Ryan Leslie in the mix too.

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